Bal Aadhaar Launched; It Is Blue And Doesn’t Have Biometric Identification!

Although Bal Aadhaar is not a necessity per se, but as per Govt. sources, this will be required when the kid grows up.

Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI), the nodal authority for issuing Aadhaar cards, has announced the rollout of ‘Bal Aadhaar’, meant for kids under 5 years of age.

Bal Aadhaar literally means Kid’s Aadhaar.

We will soon share the steps, using which you can apply and get a Bal Aadhaaf for your toddler.

Meanwhile, let’s us first discuss why this Aadhaar is required, and what are the interesting features of this card.

Bal Aadhaar Will Have No Biometric Identification

UIDAI has declared that Bal Aadhaar will have no biometric identification, like Iris scan or fingerprint scans, as their parents would be accompanying them anywhere such identification is required.

However, once the kid crosses 5 years of age, then a regular Aadhaar would be issued, which will have the biometric details.

UIDAI said this in a tweet:

Biometrics are not developed for children before 5 years of age. Hence, a child’s Aadhaar data does not include biometric info like fingerprints and Iris scan. Once the child crosses 5, biometrics need to be updated. #AadhaarForMyChildpic.twitter.com/sdlQTG1Jqr

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